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Brand: Klonopin, Rivotril, Clonex
Clonazepam is a benzodiazepine, a class of psychoactive drugs with sedative, hypnotic, anxiolytic, anticonvulsant, and muscle relaxant properties. It works by enhancing the effect of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain, which inhibits nerve activity and produces a calming effect. Clonazepam is primarily used to treat seizure disorders, panic disorder, and certain types of anxiety.
For seizures, panic disorder, and anxiety.
Clonazepam carries a black box warning regarding the risk of serious or life-threatening respiratory depression when used with opioids or other central nervous system depressants, including alcohol. It also warns against the risk of abuse, dependence, and withdrawal reactions.
Outcome:
Respiratory depression, coma, death
Mechanism:
Synergistic CNS depression
Outcome:
Increased clonazepam levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of clonazepam metabolism
Outcome:
Reduced efficacy of clonazepam
Mechanism:
Caffeine's stimulant effects oppose clonazepam's sedative effects
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release clonazepam for improved adherence (Year: 2026, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and emerging alternatives, clonazepam prescriptions are predicted to decline by 5% over the next 5 years.
Benzodiazepine
Benzodiazepine